Summary:
The St. Paul City Primary School is the sole elementary school located within the St. Paul City School district. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade, the school has consistently ranked among the lowest-performing elementary schools in Minnesota, with a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.
The school's academic performance is a significant concern, with proficiency rates on the MCA-III Math and Reading assessments falling far below the state averages across all grade levels. In the 2024-2025 school year, only 6.25% of students were proficient or better in Math, compared to the state average of 45.21%. Similarly, the school's Reading proficiency rates are also strikingly low. Additionally, the school has a high percentage of students (79.26%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population.
Despite the school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.2, which is generally considered favorable for student learning, the St. Paul City Primary School has been unable to achieve strong academic outcomes. This suggests that factors beyond just staffing levels may be contributing to the school's struggles. Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of the St. Paul City Primary School, and the district will need to address the significant challenges facing the school to improve educational outcomes for its students.
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